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Step CI vs SoapUI Open Source: catalog facts
Step CISoapUI Open Source
Freemium

The open-source runner is free; the site also lists paid options and demos.

Free

The open source edition is free; the commercial ReadyAPI product is paid.

Command line Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Tests REST, GraphQL, gRPC and SOAP in one format
  • Imports from OpenAPI, Postman and Insomnia
  • Strong SOAP and WSDL support
  • Functional test suites with custom scripting
  • No graphical interface for manual requests
  • Requires Node.js or Docker to run
  • GraphQL, gRPC and CI integrations are reserved for paid ReadyAPI
  • Website heavily promotes the commercial product
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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